Use the Rational Root Theorem to list all possible rational roots for each equation. Then find any actual roots.

x3 + 2x2 + 3x + 6 = 0 (8 points)

Question

Use the Rational Root Theorem to list all possible rational roots for each equation. Then find any actual roots.

x3 + 2x2 + 3x + 6 = 0  (8 points)

anonymous · Answer

c/d
c=factor of a constant term of the numerator
d=factor of a leading coefficient of the denominator

List all possibilities. 
Use synthetic division once than factor the quotient to get your answers. 
You should have zeros equal to the degree of the polynomial.